Meetings and Courses
RCN Haematology and Intravenous Therapy Forum
Date: 10 September 2010 - 10 September 2010
Location: Hilton Hotel, Liverpool
For more information please contact Louise Walczak on 020 7647 3579 or louise.walczak@rcn.org.uk
You can view the programme and register online: http://www.rcn.org.uk/events
Haemophilia – acquired and inherited: The programme encompasses the interests of nurses working with children and/or adults affected by haemophilia and related bleeding disorders. It will appeal to nurses with a significant interest in this field as well as specialists. There will be opportunities for exhibition viewing, networking with colleagues and discussion of the new forum priorities.
University Hospital of North Staffordshire Haematopathology Course
Date: 16 September 2010 - 17 September 2010
Location: Staffordshire University, Stoke On Trent, Staffordshire
For more information please contact Ms Nichola Grey - Course Coordinator/Senior BMS Morphology on 00 44 (0)1782 554622 or Nichola.Grey@uhns.nhs.uk
This course, which includes both lectures and work at individual microscopes, is suitable for staff grade haematologists and advanced trainees in haematology. It is also ideally suited to Specialist Registrars in Haematology and Histopathology preparing for the Royal College exams.
The course focuses on histopathology of the bone marrow with an emphasis on microscopic evaluation and discussion of; normal morphology, extensive collection of test cases, and interpretation of immunohistochemistry by the participants. Morphology of lymphoid tissue is also included in the program of study.
(Maximum participants: 25)
Haematology in Obstetrics
Date: 20 September 2010 - 22 September 2010
Location: University of Leicester
For more information please contact Julie Woolley on 0116 258 6534 or julie.d.woolley@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
This is a multidisciplinary course suitable for consultants, trainees and specialist nurses and midwives. The aim is to develop the skills and competencies of health professionals in managing haematological issues in pregnancy. It includes didactic teaching on major topics together with interactive sessions and workshops. To optimise learning, interaction and enjoyment of the course, places are limited to 25. All meals and refreshments are provided but delegates are expected to organise their own accommodation. Details of nearby hotels can be obtained from julie.d.woolley@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
Course fee, which includes buffet lunches, refreshments and evening meals:
£390 before 01.07.10
£420 before 01.09.10
£450 after 01.09.10
Manchester Blood Coagulation Course
Date: 20 September 2010 - 24 September 2010
Location: Manchester
For more information please contact Jan Dixon on jan.dixon@uhsm.nhs.uk
This well-established course is intended to prepare candidates for the Royal College of Pathologists examination in blood coagulation. It is held in city centre Manchester at the Manchester Cathedral Visitor Centre.
